Winona Long

Have some laboratory experience, possess the ability to handle problems and remain calm at all times. Can proficiently master the techniques of preparing reagents, gel electrophoresis, MTT, Bradford, imaging, and dissecting large rats, etc. Have the motivation to work hard and are willing to become a respected employee. Be punctual and willing to learn, ask questions promptly or try to solve problems on your own when encountering difficulties. Willing to work shifts and capable of performing tasks excellently either independently or as a team member.

Research Assistant | Prof. Wei Xu, UW–Madison
Fall 2025

• Project: FGFR-Driven Liver Metastasis in an ER⁺ Luminal B Rat Model and Response to FGFR Inhibition
• Performed dose- and time-course Western blot analysis on liver tissues to profile protein expression and evaluate response to FGFR inhibition
• Independently mastered MTT assay, Western blotting, PCR, Bradford protein quantification, and rat dissection/tissue sample preparation

Research Project Participant | Prof. Gary Miller
Dec 2022

• Project: Protein Structure of Pancreatic Cancer and Its Differences with Other Cancers
• Investigated principles of targeted drug therapy for pancreatic cancer and explored nanotechnology-based treatment strategies
• Integrated concepts from Nanomedicine and Genomics and produced a stop-motion animation explaining disease causes, treatment approaches, early prevention, and post-treatment recovery

Participant | Harvard Summit for Youth Leader in China
Jul 2021

• Studied genetic engineering and nanomedicine and their long-term impacts on human health
• Wrote a paper on tissue engineering for cardiovascular disease, focusing on in vitro cultivation of heart valves for transplantation
• Completed a paper and presentation on nanomedicine-based approaches for HPV treatment

Intern | Xi’an Juzi Biological Co., Ltd.
Jun 2024 – Aug 2024

• Assisted in developing and deploying cosmetics and skincare products, supporting product testing and implementation workflows

International Sales Intern | Shenzhen Tattu Co., Ltd.
Shenzhen, China | Apr 2025 – Sep 2025

• Sold drone batteries across the Americas, Europe, and Southeast Asia by introducing product specifications and application scenarios to potential clients
• Communicated with customers through email and online meetings, responding to inquiries and supporting order coordination
• Assisted in maintaining client relationships and tracking sales progress across multiple international regions

Xi’an Juzi Biological Co., Ltd., Research & Development Intern
Jun 2024 – Aug 2024

• Interned in the Scientific Research and Development Department, supporting skincare and cosmetics product development workflows
• Completed sample collection, cosmetic efficacy evaluation, sample allocation, and related laboratory support tasks

No. 1 Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Intern
Aug 2015 – Sep 2015

• Visited a student laboratory and conducted a breast cancer cell culture experiment under the guidance of a medical student mentor
• Isolated cell pellets and performed mouse injection; monitored behavioral and physiological changes over several days to weeks
• Assisted with mouse dissection to examine internal changes and experimental outcomes

Founder | Biology Club, Gaoxin No.1 High School (Xi’an, China)
Sep 2022 – May 2023

• Completed the official club founding proposal and designed promotional materials; launched the club with 24 founding members
• Evaluated and compared two biology textbook series, selecting the most suitable curriculum for members
• Designed learning modules covering neuroscience, genetics, disease mechanisms, and other core biology topics
• Organized hands-on activities (e.g., fish dissection lab) to increase engagement and practical understanding
• Scaled membership from 24 to 80 students within 6 months, becoming one of the largest student clubs at the school

Founder | Brain Bee Club, Gaoxin No.1 High School (Xi’an, China)
Nov 2022 – Jul 2023

• Founded the club to prepare students for the Brain Bee neuroscience competition
• Built a 3-person leadership team with defined roles (curriculum development, recruitment, fundraising)
• Recruited ~30 members and organized regular training sessions and academic activities
• Independently studied neuroscience fundamentals (brain facts, anatomy, core concepts) and created structured learning materials aligned with competition guidelines
• Guided members to compete successfully: 2 First Prize (Shaanxi Province), 3 Second Prize, 10+ Third Prize

Team Leader | Study Group on Living Conditions of Disabled Elderly People
Apr 2023 – Aug 2023

• Allocated tasks across team members and conducted desk research on eldercare inequality, retirement challenges, and supporting statistics
• Organized an on-site visit to a nursing home to collect first-hand observations and qualitative insights
• Produced a public-awareness video and published it online to advocate for improved eldercare support
• Designed and conducted surveys assessing young people’s awareness and understanding of caregiving for disabled elderly individuals
• Synthesized key challenges and proposed solutions; submitted a written proposal to the local government

• Honors student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Spring 2024
• Honors student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Fall 2024
• Silver Award (National Top 25%) of 2022 Bio Olympiad Initiative USA-China International, 2022
• First Prize of 2022 China BrainBee Regional National, 2022
• Third Prize of Youth Observation Contest International
• Credit (Intermediate) of Australian Mathematics Competition
• Global Bronze of British Biology Olympiad 2022, 2022